Is Creating Bubbles in the tank OK?

[nxb161]

What is everyones consensus on adding bubbles to a saltwater tank. Would it be harmful to the fish, live rock, or bacteria to have air fed around live rock? I did a quick search and agree with post that the bubbles bursting will make a salty mess on the hood and lighting which if not attended to can change the salinity of the tank.

 

[mfdrookie516]

bubblers do nothing that surface agitation doesnt... if your fish arent gasping at the surface and your ph is stable, no need to even worry about adding more surface agitation

 

[thincat]

Another reason for not having the bubbles is salt spray. You would have crusting salt all over the place.

 

[nxb161]

I'm actually asking for a friend, and I think its more for the look than anything. I just wasn't sure if it could cause any ill-effect to the tank itself.

 

[nxb161]

thanks for the quick replies, he checked and noticed a lot of buildup and took it out. thanks again.

 

[thincat]

Not a problem and welcome to the site.

 

[melosu58]

He can accomplish much more aeration by pointing a PH slightly to the surface. Bublers just make a mess.

 

[cabezon]

If he wants the look of bubbles, he might try making some sort of bubble wall with a piece of plexi.

 

[Innovator]

Also note that excessive microbubbles can cause irritation to the skin of fish causing bacterial problems and other maladies.